A key client of mine, who is a very successful main-contractor based in Tyne & Wear, is seeking an established Estimator to join their team on a permanent basis. Typically working on construction projects valued from £2m - £10m in the following sectors: commercial, student accommodation, leisure, residential and care homes, you will be involved in managing all aspects of tenders received, pricing, preparation and return.

You will be involved in the following:

• Completing take-offs from drawings and producing BOQ's/cost plan estimates 
• Preparing written proposals, methodologies and commentators
• Working with and building relationships with the North Easts top sub-contractors
• Attending regular tender review meetings to create effective budgets and reports
• Assisting in the development and training of junior staff

To be considered for this role, you must have the following:

• Previous experience of working as a Estimator for a main contractor in the build or civil engineering sectors
• Excellent numeration and written skills as well as excellent communication skills
• Experience of using ConQuest or Causeway (or a similar estimating software)
• Be highly organised with the ability to prioritise workload 

This role will offer the chance to work for an established construction company with a turnover in excess of £25m, as well as the opportunity to progress to Senior Estimator level.

Please get in touch to find out more about this exciting role.

This is a Permanent position and Coleman James Ltd are acting as an Employment Agency.